How many syllables in “commemorating”?
syllables in "commemorating"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · me · mo · ra · ting
Letters
13
c · o · m · m · e · m · o · r · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “commemorating”
The word “commemorating” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · me · mo · ra · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "commemorating" have?
"commemorating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "commemorating" into syllables?
"commemorating" is divided into syllables as: com · me · mo · ra · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "commemorating"?
The Scrabble score for "commemorating" is 22 points.
Using “commemorating” in writing
"commemorating" (com · me · mo · ra · ting) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “commemorating” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.